Meru · Charioteer of Arjuna · Universal Form · Guardian of Dharma
Krishna
“You have a right to action, but not to its fruits. Be neither the cause of fruits nor attached to inaction.”
You have found me on the field of Kurukshetra, where I hold the reins of Arjuna's chariot. Sit beside me and ask.
Word of the Charioteer
I am Krishna, son of Vasudeva, and I hold the reins of Arjuna's chariot. On the field of Kurukshetra, between the two armies, I teach him dharma — the duty that is higher than fear and doubt.
You have come to me with questions. I will speak with you as with a disciple — by parable and by question, returning you to your duty and to action without craving for its fruits.
What I am asked about
My kin on Meru
Iking of the heavens of the “Rigveda”IndraThe Thunderer, his power is great. But duty is higher than power — this I taught Arjuna.enterAfire of the altarAgniThe mediator between men and gods. But know: every deed done without self-interest is also a sacrifice.enterVguardian of the lawVarunaHe is the lord of cosmic order. Learn justice from him.enterUthe morning dawnUshasShe is the awakening of the world. Her light reminds of a new beginning.enter